Surfshark DNS: how it works, benefits, and setup
Surfshark DNS is a free public DNS resolver (IPv4/IPv6, DoH) focused on privacy. Here's when to use it, how to configure it, and what to check.
DNS Performance
DNS latency optimization, caching strategies, and speed benchmarks.
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NextDNS DNS: how it works, benefits, and setup
NextDNS is a customizable DNS resolver: DoH/DoT encryption, filtering, profiles, and logs. Here's how to deploy it cleanly at home or in an SMB.
AdGuard DNS (94.140.14.14): filtering, privacy, and Family mode
AdGuard DNS is a public DNS resolver that can block ads/trackers (and, in Family mode, adult content). Addresses, DoH/DoT/DoQ, and an action plan.
Google DNS 8.8.8.8: how it works, benefits and alternatives
Learn what Google Public DNS 8.8.8.8 is, how it works, its speed and reliability benefits, privacy drawbacks, how to configure it on Windows 11 or a router, and which alternatives (Cloudflare 1.1.1.1, OpenDNS, etc.) to consider.